By Kaushal Bhuta (Chiropractor) & James Teo (Podiatrist) What is it? Heel Pain is one of the most common conditions treated by Podiatrists. There are many causes of heel pain, however, it is usually the result of faulty mechanics in the way we walk. This can place too much stress on the heel bone and [...]
What it is and what you should do about it. Tennis Elbow is a commonly used term thrown around, but did you know that it does not only affect tennis players? The condition also strikes Golfers, typists, gardeners, people who write a lot and any other activity you can think of that involves the use [...]
By James Teo & Kaushal Bhuta Heel Pain is one of the most common conditions treated by Podiatrists. There are many causes of heel pain, however, it is usually the result of faulty mechanics in the way we walk. This can place too much stress on the heel bone and the soft tissue attached to [...]
There are four hallmarks of modern living that we see here at Necks Backs Sports. They are; We are much more sedentary than in the past – We need to move. Movement of the body promotes circulation, increases heart rate and improves co-ordination. When we don’t move our body adapts by losing muscle and tissue [...]
It seems to be a little-known fact that computers have ushered in a marvelous age of efficiency and speed. Prolonged sitting at a computer screen was not the position that human beings were designed for. There are many studies that show prolonged sitting and by prolonged we mean that greater than 20 to 30 minutes [...]
Without stress in our lives, the world would be very boring. Stress is a response that is meant to elevate the heart rate, give us a heightened sense of awareness and promote what is known as a fight-or-flight response in response to a perception of a threat or threatening situation. This response is necessary for [...]
The core stabilising muscles have been the topic of much research and debate over the last decade. In short, there are two muscular systems at work to support your back. The first of these is “phasic”, and these muscle turn on and off. Muscles such as your biceps or the general muscles we use for [...]
Why Should I learn to Relax, Reduce my Stress and Meditate? Meditation gives you something that nothing else can: It introduces you to yourself on all levels; the physical, the mental and intellectual and the spiritual. The classes will have a focus on these practices as they impact your health and well being. Meditation will [...]
by Kaushal on February 10, 2014 After ongoing attention and controversy after the AHA and American College of Cardiology (ACC) released updated cholesterol guidelines in November, 2013. There is less focus on specific targets for cholesterol reduction, leading to more individually based and patient centered approaches gaining traction. It’s about time they focused on the patient [...]
Your regular massage can help you to disconnect from your busy life. It will allow you to spend at least an hour completely focused on your own comfort, being more aware of your body, and teaching yourself how be in a relaxed state. Massage will relieve tension you hold in your body due to stress, [...]
